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Posted by orchid on December 2, 2005, at 9:24:17
I have been realizing how much of joy there is in relationships which are for the sake of relationship alone - with no expectations.
For quite many years, I was really afraid of people, afraid of how I would appear, if I sound intelligent enough, if I am rich enough, what will they think of me, will they approve of me etc.
But now, I think mostly thanks to babble, I have become very fond of just being able to relate to people. It is really such a wonderful thing to be able to talk to folks, and not having to worry about anything, and just enjoying the conversation and the sharing and the affection. I don't seek approval, or worry what they will think of me. And it feels so very nice. It really is wonderful.
Any thoughts?
Posted by allisonross on December 2, 2005, at 10:05:06
In reply to The joy of relationships !!! Senti :-), posted by orchid on December 2, 2005, at 9:24:17
> I have been realizing how much of joy there is in relationships which are for the sake of relationship alone - with no expectations.
Yup, I agree!
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> For quite many years, I was really afraid of people, afraid of how I would appear, if I sound intelligent enough, if I am rich enough, what will they think of me, will they approve of me etc.
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> But now, I think mostly thanks to babble, I have become very fond of just being able to relate to people. It is really such a wonderful thing to be able to talk to folks, and not having to worry about anything, and just enjoying the conversation and the sharing and the affection. I don't seek approval, or worry what they will think of me. And it feels so very nice. It really is wonderful.I've always been "authentic" and never cared about what anyone thought of me (except friends), because I am just...myself, and I LOVE and nuture my relationships.
I have a 93 year old favorite teacher, I stay in contact with....she is an amazing woman. I've dedicated my memoir to her.
Grins, Ally
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> Any thoughts?
Posted by Tabitha on December 2, 2005, at 10:55:35
In reply to The joy of relationships !!! Senti :-), posted by orchid on December 2, 2005, at 9:24:17
Sounds like very healthy thinking. I wish I could just enjoy people more, without all the worries about 'myself' that start up. I get tired of it!
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